Apple Recycling Program

Apple's free recycling program makes it easy for you to play a role in helping to protect the environment.

Choose a topic:

Apple and the Environment

Apple is committed to supporting our customers and protecting the environment throughout the product lifecycle. Apple's free recycling program makes it easy for you to safely and affordably recycle your used computer, iPod, or cell phone.

For more information about Apple’s recycling programs and industry-leading environmental policies, visit apple.com/environment.

Return to top

Recycling Computers

  1. Opt in. When you make a purchase through the Apple Online Store, you will be given the opportunity to opt in to the Apple Recycling Program. For the retail Apple Store, a Mac Specialist will offer the option to participate at the point of sale.
  2. Print the email. After you opt in, Apple will send you an email with instructions on how to recycle your old equipment for free. For Apple Online Store customers, the email will be sent once your new equipment ships. Print out this email, as you'll need it later.
  3. Package. Package your recycled computer and monitor in a box or carton appropriate for ground transportation. Must be packed to ensure product will not shift or break. You must place CPUs and monitors into two separate boxes. Securely seal each box. Weight limit per package is less than 70 lbs. For ground packaging guidelines, see FedEx.com.
  4. Take to FedEx. Take the equipment, packaged for ground transportation, and a printed copy of the Apple Recycling email to a FedEx _aw_location. To find the FedEx location nearest you, please visit FedEx.com.

If you have additional questions on recycling computers, please visit our recycling page.

Return to top

Recycling iPod models and Cell Phones

  1. Visit the iPod recycle page and select the quantity of iPods or cell phones that you wish to recycle.
  2. Fill in the form with your name and address to receive a pre-paid mailing label. Print out the mailing label, and attach it to your own packaging — or request a free mailer to ship your items.
  3. Securely package the items and take them to your local post office. To find the location nearest you, please visit the USPS website at usps.com.

If you have additional questions on recycling iPod models or cell phones, please visit our recycling page.

Return to top